Réserve faunique de Portneuf

229, rue du Lac-Vert
C. P. 10
Rivière-à-Pierre
QC, G0A 3A0

With a surface area of about 775 km² (229.2 sq. mi.), this vast wildlife preserve in Portneuf is only one hour from Québec City.

This wildlife preserve has hiking trails and beautiful natural spaces where you can go to escape from hectic modern life. A great holiday idea: opt for one of the packages that include accommodations (wilderness camping, cottage or cabin). Once you have settled into your own little corner of the forest, you can spend your time doing as you please, such as by hiking, wildlife watching, biking, hunting or fishing! A wonderful way to spend time with your family. Several services and free activities for children aged 17 or under. Take advantage of the affordable rates to plan your outdoor vacation! In the winter, you can pull your children around on a sled or take them ice fishing. Other activities include skating, tobogganing, cross-country skiing and ice fishing for trout. Equipment available onsite.

Activities

  • Ice Fishing

    In the winter, go speckled trout fishing on lakes Proulx and Lindsay. Ice fishing may be combined with snowshoeing and cross-country skiing under…

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  • Hiking

    Two of the most spectacular hiking trails in this wildlife preserve can be found at the Bellevue Lake campground. Stretch your legs in the great…

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  • Cottages and Houses

    There are 42 fully-equipped cottages scattered across the wildlife preserve, each able to accommodate from 2 to 14 people. Eighteen cottages are…

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  • Parks, Reserves and Resorts

    This reserve, which is the pride of the county of Portneuf, covers some 775 sq. km (484 sq. mi.). The hilly terrain is dotted with over 375 lakes,…

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  • Fishing and Hunting

    You can fish (speckled trout, splake, mountain trout, lake trout and musky) or hunt small game, bear, white-tailed deer and moose in the scenic…

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Schedule:
Monday: 7am - 7pm
Tuesday: 7am - 7pm
Wednesday: 7am - 7pm
Thursday: 7am - 7pm
Friday: 7am - 8pm
Saturday: 7am - 7pm
Sunday: 7am - 7pm

Good to Know:
Closed from mid-March to mid-May and from November 12 to mid-December.

Access for Mobility Impaired People:
Partial

Parking:
Free Outdoor on Site

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229, rue du Lac-Vert
C. P. 10
Rivière-à-Pierre, QC,
G0A 3A0
Réserve faunique de Portneuf

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  • Ice Fishing

    In the winter, go speckled trout fishing on lakes Proulx and Lindsay. Ice fishing may be combined with snowshoeing and cross-country skiing under certain conditions.

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  • Hiking

    Two of the most spectacular hiking trails in this wildlife preserve can be found at the Bellevue Lake campground. Stretch your legs in the great outdoors while admiring the view!

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    Admission Fee: No
    Length: 11 miles
    Hiking Season: Mid-May to end of October (except September)
    Trail Rating: Easy, Intermediate, Difficult

    AvailableUnavailable
    Pet-Friendly
    Toilets
    Winter Hiking
  • Cottages and Houses

    There are 42 fully-equipped cottages scattered across the wildlife preserve, each able to accommodate from 2 to 14 people. Eighteen cottages are available during the winter.

    Book a Stay

    CITQ Number: 083296

    Number of Units: 43
    Number of Units With Air Conditioning: 0
    Number of Units With Private Bathroom: 42

    AvailableUnavailable
    Fireplace
    Free WI-FI Internet
    Indoor Spa
    Laundry
    Outdoor Spa
    Pet-Friendly
    Units with Television
  • Parks, Reserves and Resorts

    This reserve, which is the pride of the county of Portneuf, covers some 775 sq. km (484 sq. mi.). The hilly terrain is dotted with over 375 lakes, rivers and waterfalls, including Marmite Falls. Winter activities: cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, nature walks and sledding. Summer activities: fishing, hunting, canoeing and camping.

    Book a Stay
  • Fishing and Hunting

    You can fish (speckled trout, splake, mountain trout, lake trout and musky) or hunt small game, bear, white-tailed deer and moose in the scenic wilderness of this preserve.

    Book a Stay